A lender will request an unbiased appraisal of your home before offering a buyer a mortgage loan, whether they’re buying a luxury home in Aspen, a ranch in Basalt, or a condo in Snowmass. What Does an Appraiser Do? An appraiser considers the condition of the home, including its amenities such as outbuildings and swimming pools, as well [...]
Selling your home can be a difficult and confusing process. With so much conflicting information out there, it can be hard to separate out the good advice from the bad. One such case is when it comes to pricing your home, as there are those out there who will continue to tell you that overpricing [...]
Whether you’re buying a luxury home in Aspen, a ranch in Basalt, or a condo in Snowmass can be a long process. However, much of this depends on exactly how eager (or desperate) the current owner is to sell. If you find a homeowner who’s extremely eager to sell, it may be worth considering putting in a fair, [...]
Whether you’re looking at a luxury home in Aspen, a ranch in Basalt, or a condo in Snowmass that already has an offer, you may want to consider asking your Aspen Realtor® whether it’s a good idea to submit a backup offer. What is a Backup Offer? Searching for a new home has the potential to be incredibly [...]
Whether you’re buying a luxury home in Aspen, a ranch in Basalt, or a condo in Snowmass, you need to know that general home inspections don’t cover everything. Most lenders require a home inspection before they’ll hand over the cash to buy a home. Unfortunately, a general inspection doesn’t typically include checking for dangerous mold, asbestos or radon [...]
